Deconstructing a black forest cake come up with different ways to reimagine them in a modern context; Crème fraiche shaped into a quenelle.

For most desserts, all the components are prepared well in advance.

Senses contribute to the overall experience in a variety of ways; some of each creates contrast.

TSensory triggers: what catches your eye, or what smell, sound, or feel of a raw ingredient gets you thinking of an idea.

Senses contribute to the overall experience in a variety of ways; both real and perceived (such as mint as a cooling sensation or spice as heat).

There are a number of elements making up all of the things you taste, depending on your cultural background.

Deconstructing a black forest cake come up with different ways to reimagine them in a modern context; Candied cherries and cherry–kirsch sorbet.

Senses contribute to the overall experience in a variety of ways; use a wide palette

The key components of the ___ cake (chocolate, cherries, and whipped cream).